It happened around 3:05 p.m. in the 100 block of Jacklyn Road in Fayetteville.
A man with a gunshot wound was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.
The sheriff's office said the shooting did not appear to be a random incident, and there was no ongoing threat to the public.
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Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to please call Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Homicide Detective Senior Sgt. Stevens at (910) 677-5503.
To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477). Crimestoppers information can also be submitted electronically.
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